How to Do Dumbbell Calf Raises
A beginner-friendly lower body exercise that primarily targets the calf muscles while helping to build lower leg strength, improve ankle stability, and enhance overall balance and push-off power.
Exercise Details
Level
Beginner
Primary Skill
Strength
Body Area
Lower body
Required Equipment
DumbbellCorrect Form
1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand by your sides.
2. Engage your core and slowly raise your heels off the ground, coming up onto your toes.
3. Hold the top position briefly, squeezing your calf muscles.
4. Slowly lower your heels back to the ground, return to the starting position, and repeat.
2. Engage your core and slowly raise your heels off the ground, coming up onto your toes.
3. Hold the top position briefly, squeezing your calf muscles.
4. Slowly lower your heels back to the ground, return to the starting position, and repeat.
Common Mistakes
Avoid rocking your body; keep your movements controlled.
Pro Tips
1. Keep your ankles aligned.
2. Focus on a slow and controlled ascent and descent.
2. Focus on a slow and controlled ascent and descent.
